Newcastle are lining up a summer swoop for West Bromwich forward Saido Berahino.

Magpies boss Alan Pardew wants to strengthen his forward line this summer and has identified the England Under 21 international as target.

Initial overtures have already taken place regarding a potential move to St James’ Park for Berahino, though a decision on his future is unlikely to be made before West Brom appoint their next manager.

Big hitter: Saido Berahino (centre) has scored nine goals in his first full season for West Brom

Red Devil: Berahino made headlines when he scored West Brom's winning goal at Manchester United last season

One for the future: Roy Hodgson is keeping tabs on Berahino, here celebrating scoring against Moldova for the England Under 21s last September

The forward’s future has been uncertain ever since a dressing room bust-up with James Morrison after the 3-3 draw against Cardiff last season.

Morrison was alleged to have thrown a punch at Berahino in a heated exchange, with the youngster upset at the club’s handling of the situation.

Arsenal, Chelsea and Everton have all watched Berahino in recent months.

Berahino burst onto the scene last season, scoring an excellent goal in the Baggies’ historic win at Manchester United.

His performances last season pushed him to the fringes of the senior England squad after manager Roy Hodgson namechecked him as a future full international.